The Forbidden City has launched a virtual version of itself.

"Beyond Time and Space: The Forbidden City" is a collaboration between IBM and the Palace Museum in Beijing. For over 500 years, the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties ruled China from the Forbidden City. The artistic and architectural treasures from this era have become a cultural focal point of modern China.

The main objective of this project is to provide visitors from around the world with a way to appreciate and explore the history and culture of China. As an "IBM Corporate Citizenship" initiative, it integrates world-class themes with innovative technology. It showcases IBM's leadership in virtual worlds and cultural preservation for the first time...